Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your body turns food into energy — either because it doesn’t produce enough insulin (Type 1), can’t use it effectively (Type 2), or develops insulin resistance temporarily during pregnancy (gestational diabetes). This category covers the full range of day-to-day management: understanding blood sugar targets, weighing medication and…
LADA Diabetes (Type 1.5): Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Life Expectancy
During a recent clinic visit, I sat down with a 45-year-old patient named Sarah who was deeply frustrated. She had...
Types of Diabetes: All Forms Explained (Type 1, Type 2, and Beyond)
Hello, I am David T. Broome, MD, a board-certified endocrinologist. In my daily practice, I spend a great deal of...
Type 3 Diabetes: Is Alzheimer’s Really “Diabetes of the Brain”?
As an endocrinologist, I often have patients ask me about the confusing medical terminology they read online. Just last month,...
Diabetes Insipidus: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment (Complete 2026 Guide)
In my endocrinology practice, I frequently encounter patients who feel completely overwhelmed by an unquenchable thirst. Just a few months...
Metformin Over the Counter (Availability, Safety & Alternatives Explained)
Many newly diagnosed patients come into my endocrinology clinic looking for quick ways to manage their blood sugar. A frequent...
Does Diabetes Cause Weight Gain? Causes, Weight Loss, and How to Manage It
Hello, I am David T. Broome, MD. In my endocrinology clinic, weight fluctuations are among the most common and frustrating...